Birdwatching has been a treasured American pastime for centuries. For the casual observer or the expert tracker, the activity centers on paying close attention to the world around us. Just noticing a flash of color, a snippet of song, and the flap of a wing can lead to extraordinary discoveries,...
Keith Haring in 3D is the first exhibition to highlight Keith Haring’s work in three dimensions, inviting visitors to move through, around, and within his art like never before. In the course of his short life, Keith Haring transmitted across a dizzying range of creative channels: painting, sculpture, installation, video, murals,...
Join us for a week of culinary creativity where food meets art! In this hands-on camp, young chefs led by Lunch Bunch will explore flavors, techniques, and artistic inspiration drawn from art in our collection. Each day features a delicious dish paired with an art connection, blending taste and imagination....
Welcome to ARTimals Camp—an extraordinary adventure where each day brings a new species to life through art and storytelling! In this weeklong day camp led by 37 North Expeditions, campers will explore the diverse creatures that call the forests and trails of Crystal Bridges home. Young explorers will discover fascinating...
When school is out, Crystal Bridges programming is in! Join us for Spring Break Camps centered on our collection and special exhibitions from 9 am – 12 pm. Join us for a week of culinary creativity where food meets art! In this hands-on camp, young chefs led by Lunch Bunch will explore...
Explore the vibrant possibilities of color and form with Linda Lopez, the current Crystal Bridges Teaching Artist in Residence and an artist represented in the museum’s collection. In this hands-on workshop, learners ages 14 and up will create imaginative abstract sculptures using pre‑pigmented porcelain clay, diving directly into shaping bold, expressive...
This six-week class taught by illustrator and comic zine maker Chad Maupin focuses on linear drawing and observational illustration using pen and ink as a primary tool. Students will explore how line quality, weight, and mark‑making can describe objects with clarity, structure, and energy. Through guided exercises, participants will build confidence rendering contours, mass,...
Celebrate the opening of Grandma Moses: A Good Day's Work with a panel conversation about the woman behind Grandma Moses. Join curators from Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and collector and dealer Jane Kallir for a conversation about Anna May Robertson Moses, the artist behind the...
Grandma Moses: A Good Day’s Work sheds new light on a beloved body of work, introduces Moses to younger generations, and examines the artist’s legacy in the context of America today. The exhibition brings together approximately 80 paintings, as well as embroideries, objects of ephemera, and photographic reproductions, revealing the ways...
Immerse yourself in an evening of vivid performance with the second installment of the 2026 Van Cliburn Concert Series, featuring talented pianist and Salon de Virtuosi winner Janice Carissa. This evening, you’ll escape into the passion and storytelling of Carissa’s musical artistry. This initial installment of the 2026 concert series brings...
Come join Joyce Haynes as she speaks about her process and works on her most current sculpture. This ongoing artist program invites local artists into the museum one weekend each month to engage visitors through live demonstrations, talks, and hands-on workshops hosted in the museum store. Free, no tickets required....
Clay Day is a fun-filled, family-friendly celebration of clay at Crystal Bridges! This all-ages art bash brings together Northwest Arkansas clay artists, makers, and organizations for a day of hands-on creativity, discovery, and play. Families can explore the many ways artists work with clay—from wheel throwing and hand-building to digital...
This ongoing artist program invites local artists into the museum one weekend each month to engage visitors through live demonstrations, talks, and hands-on workshops hosted in the museum store. This month we're welcoming Shabana Kauser, a Northwest Arkansas portrait painter. Come watch her work on her current painting and chat...
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and National Book Month with a fun-filled Second Saturday the whole family will love! Start your day at Drop-In Artmaking in Studios Durand and Estes, where you can experiment with cardboard creations inspired by Hector Dionicio Mendoza’s Coyota/e. Then, stop by our Art Cart from 1–4 pm to learn more about...
Join local textile artist Beatriz Segura for an embroidery social where creativity, community, and wellness come together. All skill levels are welcome to gather, connect, and explore embroidery in a relaxed environment. All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity and get ready to unwind. This event is free, no...
Have a ghoulishly good time trick-or-treating, eating candy, and meeting characters along the North Forest Trail! We’ll also have live music and artmaking for everyone—dressed up or not—to enjoy. This event is free, no tickets required. What to Expect Easy Parking: We recommend parking at Campus Parking, near the entrance...